In this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast, hosts Scott Brady and Matt Scott are joined by Mary Hannah Hardcastle and Andy Ellis, from Expedition Rove. They share their incredible journey of overlanding across Africa, including their experiences with the new Land Rover Defender 2020. They discuss the challenges and highlights of navigating the West…
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Mastering Off-Road Techniques: Throttle, Eyes, and Strategy with Emily Miller
In this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast, hosts Matt Scott and Scott Brady welcome Emily Miller, a notable figure in the off-roading community and the founder of the Rebelle Rally. The conversation dives into the details of the Rebelle Rally, discussing its origins, format, and the unique challenges it presents. Miller shares insights from…
Michael Ellem on the Photographer’s Journey
In this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast, host Scott Brady sits down with renowned overland photographer Michael Ellem. The two discuss their shared adventures across Australia, including remote and technical tracks like Cape York and the Canning Stock Route. Michael, who has been ARB’s principal photographer for decades, shares his expertise in capturing the…
Beyond the Horizon with Landcruising Adventure: Tales of Exploration and Resilience
In this episode, Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady is joined by Coen from landcruising.adventure. In a world where gear doesn’t define the journey, Coen and his partner Karen have inspired many with their authentic travels. Join us on the podcast as Coen shares their unique approach to exploration, embracing simple joys and meaningful connections…
Patty Upton Inspires Generations to Explore
In this episode of Overland Journal Podcast, host Scott Brady sits down with Patty Upton. Patty (outbackofbeyond) discusses her remarkable travels with her husband, Loren, which include crossing Africa, the Americas, and the Darien Gap. Patty (@sandshipdiscovery) shares vivid details of their expeditions, the challenges faced, and the perseverance required. They also touch on her…
Principles of Overlanding :: The Stuart Fooks Theory of Suspension
In this episode, Overland Journal Podcast, join host Scott Brady as he cruises through Australia’s Cape York with suspension engineer Stuart Fooks from ARB. In this episode, Scott and Stu delve deep into the principles of overland suspension systems, covering everything from spring rates and leaf springs to coil springs, airbags, and dampers. They discuss…
Jud Eades on Living the Road Less Traveled
In this episode, Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady sits down with Jud Eades from Adrenalin Industries (@adrenalin.industries) and talks about living the road less traveled. Jud is a passionate adventurer, successful business owner, and automotive enthusiast. In this conversation, we explore Judd’s journey from a professional rock climber and mountain biker to a business…
Choosing the Harder Path: Storytelling, Sacrifice, and the Road Ahead with Harrison Schoen
In this episode, Overland Journal Podcast host Matt Scott sits down with Harrison Schone. Harrison Schoen (@harrisonschoen) made his name living in a Porsche Cayenne and sharing raw, honest stories from the road. But it was a moment on national television—walking away from a $1,000,000 prize on MrBeast’s Beast Games—that cemented his ethos: some experiences…
Principles of Overlanding: Travel Safety Jonathon Jensen
Overland Journal Podcast, hosts Matt Scott and Scott Brady join Bryon Dorr to explore choosing an overlanding “home on wheels.” They compare truck campers, expedition vehicles, vans, and trailers, highlighting truck campers as an affordable, configurable, and underrated choice. The discussion reviews brands like Scout, Four Wheel Campers, and Supertramp, while contrasting flatbed and wedge…
Chris Brinlee on Climbing the Peaks and Navigating the Valleys of Life
Host Scott Brady welcomes Overland Journal Podcast guest Chris Brinlee, whom he met while supporting a remote Arizona climbing trip, and they discuss Chris’s decade of unconventional travel after quitting an advertising job in 2014. Chris reflects on his essay “Dissolution of Identity,” explaining how mountaineering achievements and near-death experiences, including an avalanche, revealed resilience…
Overland Market Update: Starlink Mini, Recovery Gear Innovation, and New Toyota Builds
Overland Journal Podcast host Scott and Brian reconnect on the podcast after Brian’s Northwest Passage voyage and Scott finishing a 103,000-word book manuscript, then discuss the overland industry’s continued growth after pandemic-era spikes and subsequent consolidation. They announce a new Expedition Portal YouTube series exploring the Smoky Mountains hosted by Sinway Xavier and presented by…
The Lady Overlander Radio interview with guest Misti Tokarsky
Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady interviews Misty Tokarski, co-host of Ladies Overlander Radio and a retired Coast Guard traveler, about lessons from military life, international travel, and overlanding with family using a Jeep Wrangler and a Toyota 4Runner. Misty discusses learning navigation skills like paper charts, dead reckoning, and using an alidade, and shares…
Jess Stuhler on African-Made Overland Accessories, Roof Tents, and Exploring with Family
Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady interviews longtime friend Jess Stuhler of Eezi-Awn about his early memories overlanding in Southern Africa, why South African and Australian gear became known for durability, and how Eezi-Awn refined the roof tent concept for heat and harsh corrugations. Jess shares lessons from traveling with his family, including why two…
Principles of Overlanding International Travel Security for Overlanders
Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady interviews JJ, a U.S. Department of State Foreign Service/Diplomatic Security professional based in Sub-Saharan Africa, about practical travel security for international travelers and overlanders. JJ shares how his background and overseas work shaped his approach to preparation, including using travel.state.gov for country-specific requirements, enrolling in STEP for alerts and…
Overland News January 2024: Events Roundup, Best Gear of 2023, and New Overland Products
Overland Journal Podcast recorded From Marrakech, host Scott Brady joins Brian McVickers for January overland news, reflecting on productivity priorities, 2023’s tougher economy, and standout personal wins. They recap favorite gear and purchases including the iPad Pro ecosystem, Garmin watch features, Oura Ring comparisons, AirTags, Knog Scout trackers, and travel/packability tips. Vehicle highlights include Jeep…
Destined for Wild on Traveling the Pan-American Highway in a 80-Series Land Cruiser
Overland Journal Podcast host Ashley Giordano talks with Josh and Vanessa of Destined for Wild about completing the Pan-American Highway from British Columbia to Ushuaia in a 1994 80 Series Toyota Land Cruiser with a Camp-Tech pop-top. They explain why they left home for nine months, how they chose and built their vehicle after ruling…
2023 Overland Year in Review: Grenadier Wins, Starlink Goes Mobile, Gear Picks & 2024 Plans
Scott Brady and Matt Scott recap overlanding highlights from 2023 on the Overland Journal Podcast, noting travel normalizing post-pandemic while new global challenges affect routes and shipping. They discuss major vehicle trends and factory-built overlanders, highlight the Lexus GX 550 and the return of the Land Cruiser to the U.S., and name the Ineos Grenadier…
Shipping a Tundra Camper to Europe: Full-Time Overland Work & Travel Update with Ashley Giordano
Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady interviews co-host Ashley Giordano for an update on her and Richard’s open-ended, full-time work-and-travel journey after shipping their Toyota Tundra and Overland Explorer Vehicles Alpine pop-top camper roll-on/roll-off from Texas to Southampton in April. Now in Spain after extensive time in Scotland, Ashley shares how they balance remote work…
Gratitude from Nairobi: Crossing Africa Segment 2, Grenadier Reliability, and Travel Gear Lessons
Recording from a rainy Nairobi after completing segment two of a Grenadier trip across Africa, Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady centers the episode on gratitude for Africa, listeners, family, and the Overland International team. He shares a Black Friday offer for podcast listeners—code PODCAST2023 for 50% off Overland Journal subscriptions and 2023 back issues—while…
SEMA 2023 Goes Overlanding With Brian McVickers
Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady checks in from near the equator in Kenya after driving from Cape Agulhas to Nanyuki, using Starlink from his Grenadier to record the Overland Journal podcast with Brian McVickers, who reports from SEMA. Brian describes the show’s growth, the expanded West Hall, and the now-outdoor “Overland Experience” featuring full…